Grace, Gratitude & Good Cheer
A modern guide to navigating the holidays with style, ease, and grace. Learn how to be a thoughtful guest, a gracious host, and someone who brings comfort and joy wherever they go. Celebrate every moment with confidence and kindness.
What’s This Book About?
Holidays are a time of connection — but they can also bring a whirlwind of expectations, hosting pressure, and social challenges.
Grace, Gratitude & Good Cheer brings back the joy of togetherness with simple and modern etiquette for every celebration.
Whether you’re hosting a dinner, attending a party, managing tricky guests, or navigating gifting customs — this book helps you approach the season with confidence and kindness.
What You’ll Learn
Handle awkward conversations and emotional moments with empathy and clarity — whether it's family tension at the dinner table or tricky workplace holiday chats.
Polite Communication
Learn how to express yourself with kindness and confidence, especially when conversations become awkward, emotional, or tense.
Joyful Gatherings on Any Budget
Modern Etiquette for Gifting & RSVPs
Master today’s updated rules for invitations, thank-yous, gift exchanges, and table manners no confusion or embarrassment, just grace.
Strengthen Bonds & Create Better Memories
Use thoughtful gestures and modern manners to deepen connections, show appreciation, and bring more happiness to every gathering.
Inclusive Celebrations for Every Family
Blend family traditions while honoring different cultures, generations, and beliefs so everyone feels seen and welcomed.
Create warm, memorable gatherings with simple planning hacks and guest-friendly tips that reduce chaos and increase joy.
Stress-Free Hosting Strategies
Gwendolyn F. Turner believes that how we treat each other matters, especially during the holidays.
As a leader and entrepreneur, she's spent years helping organizations and teams discover their purpose and work together with intention and respect.
Through her work at ForSociety and Co., she guides companies in aligning their values with their daily practices. Gwendolyn is passionate about helping people connect authentically and navigate life's important moments with grace and gratitude. She's a graduate of Southern Illinois University and Northwestern University, and is certified by the Protocol School of Washington.
About the Author
Who Is This Book Perfect For?
For Hosts Who Want to Impress
Create warm, welcoming celebrations with confidence and style.
For Families Blending Traditions
Honor cherished customs while embracing meaningful new ones.
For Guests Who Want to Show Appreciation
Bring gratitude, kindness, and thoughtful gestures to every visit.
For Everyone Seeking True Holiday Joy
Enjoy more connection, less stress, and brighter memories this season.